1997 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Falcon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |