2003 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Honda Legend. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Legend | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legend | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2874 mm |
