1995 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 940 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
