1994 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Honda 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Legend |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
