2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 3 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 434 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
