2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Kyron and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Kyron | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
