1999 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 11 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, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Legend | tC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |