2000 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Insight | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
