1998 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 251 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Legend | MKX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
