1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
