2001 Honda Legend vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 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 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | 525 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |