2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Transit Connect | Kyron |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |