2000 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, both 2000 Honda Legend and 2000 Lotus Extreme were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 82 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Extreme is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Extreme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Extreme has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Legend | Extreme |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 700 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |