2007 Lexus IS vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | IS | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |