1999 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Insight | D-MAX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |