1997 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |