1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
