1995 Acura Legend vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2012 Scion xD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Acura | Scion |
| Model | Legend | xD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
