2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1237 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |