2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | X5 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
