2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. Both 2007 Peugeot 307 and 2006 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 307 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
