1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |