1998 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 362 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sorento 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 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |