2009 SsangYong Musso vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (148 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Honda Civic (350 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Musso | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Musso | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
