1996 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 263 kg more 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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2009 Acura CSX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | CRX | CSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |