2000 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
