2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1149 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
