2012 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 903 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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2012 SsangYong Kyron | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Kyron | Yaris |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |