1998 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 205 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |