2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Durango | Kyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |