2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestyle | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
