1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |