1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 82 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma 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, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | Legend | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
