2009 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
