2005 Honda Legend vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Legend | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |