2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 656 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Musso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |