2000 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Prelude | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Prelude | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2808 mm |