2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Kyron | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
