1998 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 11 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1233 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 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Legend | H2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 393 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 564 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |