2001 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 417 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2011 Citroen C3 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. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Insight | C3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |