1996 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 13 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |