2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
