1997 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 8 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
