2005 Honda Legend vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 664 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Legend | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |