1996 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 7 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 880 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CRX | Montero |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |