2000 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3220 mm |
