2005 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2000 Honda Legend | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RSX | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |