1994 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 15 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1353 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 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Legend | H2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
