2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 421 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Kyron | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 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 | 1923 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
