2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2016 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 212 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |