1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 12 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 945 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Prelude | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
