2005 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Legend | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
