2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, both 2011 SsangYong Kyron and 2011 Volvo XC60 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 24 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.
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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. 2011 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Kyron | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
