2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
