2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
