2005 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Insight | C4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |