2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Equinox | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |