1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Prelude | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
