1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Prelude | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
