2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 774 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 297 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |