2000 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 765 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
