1997 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 171 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 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 2010 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Legend | Liberty |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |