1996 Honda CRX vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CRX | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
