1996 Honda Legend vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 84 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 181 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Legend | Rexton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |