1992 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 750 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |