2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Legend |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |