2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
