1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 236 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.
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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (255 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
