2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |