1996 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
