2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 335 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
