1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Prelude | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
