1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | Legend | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
