2001 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |