2002 Honda Civic vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Kyron |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |