2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 458 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kyron | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
