2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | R8 | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |