2006 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 525 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | CRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
