2001 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-350 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 2012 Ford E-350. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | E-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |