2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1995 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
