2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
