2007 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 353 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Legend | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Legend | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |