1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 38 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |