1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | Legend | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |