1995 Acura Legend vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | Legend | Acadia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |