2000 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Mazda AZ
To start off, both 2000 Honda Insight and 2000 Mazda AZ were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 994 cc, 2000 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Mazda AZ.
Because 2000 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda AZ has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda AZ 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 AZ | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | AZ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
