1994 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda CRX 2009 Porsche 911
Make Honda Porsche
Model CRX 911
Year Released 1994 2009
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1590 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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