2000 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 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, 2000 Audi RS4 (449 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
