1999 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 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 | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |