2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 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 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 514 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 2007 Honda S2000. 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 (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 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:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
