1993 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 755 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |