2006 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 171 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 398 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Cube will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Legend | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
