1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Legend |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |