1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1806 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 108 L |