2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
