2000 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 9 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Insight | MKS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 366 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
