1995 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda CRX | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | 3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |