2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 13 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 219 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 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
