2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |