2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | SsangYong | Honda |
Model | Korando | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |