2004 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |