2001 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 180 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 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2003 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |