1996 Honda CRX vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
