2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 720 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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2007 Ford Fusion | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fusion | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |