1998 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 894 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CRX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
