2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |