2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus X | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 | 1107 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |