1998 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
