1992 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
