2000 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Murano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |