2008 BMW 550 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 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:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 550 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
