1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |