1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 3060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |
