1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CRX | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
