2000 Honda FCX vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 397 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX.
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 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FCX | Insight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1237 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
