2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2.
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 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
