2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | E | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
