1997 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
