1997 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1279 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
