2006 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Legend | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |