1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

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 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Acura Pontiac
Model Legend Grand Prix
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L