2001 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |