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 |