1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 1996 Honda CR-V

To start off, both 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.

Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota Cresta 1996 Honda CR-V
Make Toyota Honda
Model Cresta CR-V
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 128 HP
Torque 255 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2620 mm


 

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