2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford TL-50 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 TL-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 TL-50 (570 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight. 2000 Ford TL-50 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TL-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford TL-50 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | TL-50 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |