2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Insight |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |