1996 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1996 Suzuki Samurai and 1996 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Suzuki Samurai | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Samurai | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |