1997 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 9 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Lexus GX.
Because 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | GX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
