2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
