2000 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1076 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Insight | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 302 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 Weight | 840 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
