1997 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |