1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2006 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | V50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
