2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
