2000 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1478 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Insight | Silverado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 413 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |