1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX. 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | Legend | RX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
