2000 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |