1995 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | Legend | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
