2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3206 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
