1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, 2010 Scion xB 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude.
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, 2010 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Prelude | 2010 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Prelude | xB |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2601 mm |
