2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 679 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 Korando (213 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 213 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |