1998 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
