2001 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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. Both 2001 Audi A4 and 1996 Honda CRX are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | CRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
