1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 575 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Acura Toyota
Model Legend Tundra
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 4669 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 441 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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