2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
