2000 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic 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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic 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 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
