1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 860 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 X6 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 X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Prelude | X6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |