1995 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 996 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 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 |
