2006 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Legend | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2635 mm |