1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 481 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
