1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2006 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |