1996 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 15 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), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | CRX | A3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |