1993 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 724 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |