2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 634 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (295 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |
