1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Prelude 2009 Hyundai Entourage
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Prelude Entourage
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 253 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1990 mm


 

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