2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Tucson | Kyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |