2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |