2000 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 645 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 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 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |