2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 326 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2000 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |