1996 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
