2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 663 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Musso | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1445 mm |
