2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
