1996 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
