2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
