2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
