2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V50. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Kyron | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
