1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 629 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Escape |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |