1999 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Legend | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
