1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 655 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | Legend | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3280 mm |
