2001 Honda Legend vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 12 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 310 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | ActiveHybrid 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
