1995 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Ford Edge

To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2010 Ford Edge 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 2010 Ford Edge. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2010 Ford Edge
Make Acura Ford
Model Legend Edge
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2093 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 132 L


 

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