2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 765 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Acadia | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |