1995 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 12 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2007 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2007 Jaguar XKR
Make Acura Jaguar
Model Legend XKR
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 392 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 541 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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