1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 50 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.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |