2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
