2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
