1999 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 27 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Because 2000 Hyundai Neos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Neos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Legend | Neos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
