2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | SsangYong | BMW |
| Model | Kyron | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
