1998 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 324 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
