2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kyron | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
