2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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. Both 2008 Honda Accord and 2007 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |