2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
Model | Vue | Kyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |