2001 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1798 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |