2004 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
