2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |