1998 Honda CRX vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda CRX | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Stagea |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |