2005 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Audi R8.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Legend | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |