1993 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 18 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 955 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | GL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
