2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Sonata | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
