2001 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Optima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
