2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
