2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
