1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 8 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 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 290 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 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2006 Saab 9-7X 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. 2006 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Prelude | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
