2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 660 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C6 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
