1996 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 492 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CRX | Tucson |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |