2000 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2000 Honda Insight and 2000 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 323 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2000 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 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2000 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |