1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 781 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Prelude Terracan
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2155 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.7 mm 98 mm
Top Speed 230 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1381 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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