1997 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Accent |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
