2002 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S4 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |