1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (210 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2004 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Prelude | Rexton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |