1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CRX | Pajero |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |