2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 672 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 GMC Yukon | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Legend |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |