2006 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 7 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 138 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 182 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-5. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Legend | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
