1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Intrepid | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
