2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. 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 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
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2009 SsangYong Kyron | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Kyron | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |