1994 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 487 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 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 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
