2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 602 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima. 2009 Nissan Altima 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. 2009 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
