1993 Honda Legend vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Legend | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
