2003 Honda Fit vs. 2008 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 974 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
Because 2008 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Stavic 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 Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2008 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fit | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
