1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |