1997 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 570 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
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 | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |