2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 11 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
