2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 340 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |