2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. Both 2004 Honda Odyssey and 1998 Honda Legend are equipped with a 3,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
