2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |