1997 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |