2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Civic | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |