2012 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Insight | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Insight | C8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |