1996 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
