1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | XC90 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |