2000 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 828 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 Sharan (211 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Insight | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
