2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 658 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5661 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
