2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
