1995 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Element |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
