2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 827 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
