2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |