2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
