2007 Acura TSX vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 6 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TSX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
