2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
