2009 Dodge Journey vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend.
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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Journey | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
