2005 Honda Legend vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra 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 2010 GMC Sierra. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Legend | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |