2001 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 714 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 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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. 2008 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Insight | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
