2000 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 9 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |