2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 2009 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 147 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
