2000 Ford Equator vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Equator | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Equator | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1300 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1246 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2550 mm |