1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 716 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (220 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Compass |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |