2005 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |