2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 970 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Honda Prelude | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |