2001 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |