1998 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | CRX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |