2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 737 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Kyron | Soul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
