1999 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |