2001 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
