1993 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
