2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 737 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.

Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Civic 2004 SsangYong Rexton
Make Honda SsangYong
Model Civic Rexton
Year Released 2002 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1667 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 256 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 22.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 70 L


 

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