1996 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
