1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 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 | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
