1996 Honda Civic vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 941 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |