2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 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 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Insight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
