2000 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Sharan | Insight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
