2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 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 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 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:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
