2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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 (307 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
