1998 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
