2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 897 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Taurus | Kyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |