1996 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |