1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Jetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |