2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Nitro | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |