2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
