2008 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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. 2008 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Legend | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 137 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2640 mm |