1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 536 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2872 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
