1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2009 Kia Sedona
Make Acura Kia
Model Legend Sedona
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3700 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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