1998 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Legend | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |