2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Korando | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
