2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 539 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Kyron | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
