2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Insight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
