1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 114 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | Legend | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
