2000 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend 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) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Legend | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
