2008 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
