2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
