2008 Nissan Note vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 741 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
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2008 Nissan Note | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Note | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |