2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Honda CRX

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 1998 Honda CRX
Make Audi Honda
Model Q7 CRX
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L