1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |