2005 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Legend | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |