1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 574 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 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2012 Audi S5 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. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Honda Prelude | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | S5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |