2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
