2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 413 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2000 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
