1997 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 129 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |