1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Legend | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
