2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 895 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
