1996 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX 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 2011 Infiniti EX. 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | EX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |