2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Saxo and 2001 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Saxo | Legend |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |