2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 483 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
