2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 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:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2920 mm |
