2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 606 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |