1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.

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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Prelude 2006 Hyundai Sonata
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Prelude Sonata
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2155 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.7 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1381 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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