2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 518 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Kyron | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
