1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 993 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
