1998 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 834 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 119 L |