1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Malibu |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |