2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 959 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Kyron | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
