2000 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 12 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, 2012 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
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, 2012 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |