2000 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Insight | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 345 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 | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
