1999 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend.
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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Legend | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |