2005 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |