2000 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |