1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 561 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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1997 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2874 mm |