2001 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Legend | H3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
