2000 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 290 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Agila 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 | 2011 Opel Agila | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Agila |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |