2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 433 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Solara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
