1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Chrysler 300.
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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
