2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestyle | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
