2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
