1999 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 70 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 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |