2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 952 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
