1999 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Legend 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Legend E
Year Released 1999 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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