2005 Honda That vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda That (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda That should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda That weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Honda That (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda That 1996 Honda Today
Make Honda Honda
Model That Today
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 61 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1400 mm


 

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