2001 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 1 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520.
Because 2001 BMW 520 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 2001 BMW 520. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 2000 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Legend |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |