2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 649 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
