1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Focus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |