1990 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
