1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
