2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
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2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | SsangYong | Tata |
Model | Kyron | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 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 | 2004 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |