1996 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 450 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.
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 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
