1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 939 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Prelude | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |