2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Tazz and 2008 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 2008 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Tazz | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
