1996 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 532 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Legend | Xsara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |