1994 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Legend | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
