1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda CRX

To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Honda CRX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A4 1996 Honda CRX
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 CRX
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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