1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Prelude | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Prelude | Outlook |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |