1997 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 36 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 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Legend | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |