2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
