2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (286 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (511 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | ML | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
