2000 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 259 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 2011 Dodge Charger 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 2011 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Legend | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |