2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Honda Insight

To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2009 Honda Insight
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Grand Voyager Insight
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 227 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1276 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2550 mm


 

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