2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
