2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 840 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 |