2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
