2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 996 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
