1999 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Insight | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
