2008 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Kyron | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
