2000 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (239 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Honda Legend. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |