2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 402 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |