2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
