1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
