1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Legend |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |