1996 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2006 Rover Streetwise 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 | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |