1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Honda CRX

To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 906 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Odyssey 1996 Honda CRX
Make Honda Honda
Model Odyssey CRX
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2380 mm


 

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