2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
