2000 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1400 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
