2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |