1998 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Legend | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |