2007 Proton Gen vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Gen | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Proton | SsangYong |
Model | Gen | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |