2003 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 277 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Honda Legend | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Legend | GTI |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |