1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2010 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Prelude | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
