2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 76 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
