1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 567 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Acura Hyundai
Model Legend Terracan
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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