1993 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 13 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 (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 447 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Element |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
