2001 Acura EL vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | EL | Insight |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |