2005 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda Legend

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.

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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 1999 Honda Legend
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Legend
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 297 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1501 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 68 L