2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
