2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Element | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
