1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Legend | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
