2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thesis | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
