1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |