2005 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 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 148 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 464 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Legend | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |