2006 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 113 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Legend | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
