2001 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 7 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 456 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
