1996 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1270 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 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
