2007 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Legend | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |