2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Kyron | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |