2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Kyron and 2007 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 48 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 956 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Kyron | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
