1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1039 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
