2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Honda Legend

To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda HR-V 1998 Honda Legend
Make Honda Honda
Model HR-V Legend
Year Released 2005 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1309 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L


 

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