1996 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 16 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) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 508 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2817 mm |
