2005 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX 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, 2009 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Legend | MKX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |