2000 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 945 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
