1994 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 15 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1144 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | CRX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 102 L |
