1994 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 700 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |