1996 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Accord (264 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
