2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Peugeot |
| Model | Kyron | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
