1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | Legend | XC70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |