1997 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 7 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
