2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2011 SsangYong Kyron and 2011 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 413 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 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Kyron | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |