2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
