1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
