2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 664 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 SsangYong Musso | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | SsangYong | Honda |
Model | Musso | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |