1996 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Legend 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Legend E
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3472 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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