2003 Honda Legend vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Legend | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Legend | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |