1991 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
