2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
