2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kyron | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
