1993 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 422 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
