1998 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Legend | QX56 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |