1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
