2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 12 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 536 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prelude | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
