1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. Both 1996 Honda CRX and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | CRX | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |