1996 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 5 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |