1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 269 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |