1996 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7

To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 10 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2006 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda CRX 2006 Suzuki XL7
Make Honda Suzuki
Model CRX XL7
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2701 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
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
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 40 L


 

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