2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 531 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
