Honda Prelude vs. Acura RSX
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Prelude and Acura RSX contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Prelude and the Acura RSX.
When comparing the Honda Prelude's and the Acura RSX's specifications and ratings, the Honda Prelude has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Acura RSX has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda Prelude's and the Acura RSX's specifications and ratings, the Honda Prelude is a better car than the Acura RSX.
Pricing: A used 2001 Honda Prelude ranges from $3,860 to $15,600 while a used 2006 Acura RSX is priced between $4,991 to $18,509.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Prelude’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Acura RSX base engine makes 155 horsepower. The Prelude is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. The RSX is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 403 miles. This gives the Acura RSX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Prelude. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,040
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,995
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,317
Price Range:
$3,860 - $15,600
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
115,871
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,380
Price Range:
$4,991 - $18,509
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
16
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
158,251
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Honda Prelude Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura RSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Prelude
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Acura RSX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Honda Prelude Rankings
Not yet available
Acura RSX Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Prelude Trim Levels
Base, Type SH
Acura RSX Trim Levels
Base, Type-S, w/Leather
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 5250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
139 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 403 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
69 inches
Height:
51.8 inches
Length:
178 inches
Wheelbase:
101.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2734 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthawk Black Pearl
Blue
Electron Blue
Red
Milano Red
Silver
Satin Silver
White
Premium White Pearl
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Nighthhawk Black Pearl
Blue
Vivid Blue Pearl
Red
Milano Red
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Gray
Magnesium Metallic
Green
Jade Green Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
