1998 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Legend | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |