2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 989 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2001 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
