2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito. 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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | Vito | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |