1996 Honda Legend vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Legend | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |