2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti M 2008 SsangYong Kyron
Make Infiniti SsangYong
Model M Kyron
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 0 HP
Torque 456 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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