2000 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1590 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Insight | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 620 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
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 | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |