1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2005 MG ZR | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Prelude | ZR |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |