1996 Honda CRX vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 528 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 Weight | 1050 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |