2003 Acura EL vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2003 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | EL | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
