2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 532 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
