1998 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 7 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. Both 1998 Honda Legend and 2005 Hyundai XG 350 are equipped with a 3,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
