1999 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Legend | C5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |