2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 673 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
