2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | S80 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4412 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
