1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 18 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 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2635 mm |
