1996 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 11 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb. 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | Superb |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |