1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Audi S4

To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 13 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2008 Audi S4
Make Acura Audi
Model Legend S4
Year Released 1995 2008
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 63 L


 

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