1993 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |