2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2006 Honda Legend

To start off, both 2006 Isuzu I-280 and 2006 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 116 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.

Because 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 2006 Isuzu I-280. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 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.

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