2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. 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 Odyssey (339 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
