2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 823 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Highlander | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |