2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 458 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
