2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
