2000 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 674 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |