1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Prelude | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |