2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |