2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
