1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 985 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |