2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
