2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
