2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |