1996 Honda CRX vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 408 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 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | CRX | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |