2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Kyron and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kyron | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
