1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, 2005 Scion xB 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xB weights approximately 36 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | CRX | xB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
