2006 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |