1998 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 354 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.
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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
