2001 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 420 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 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Insight | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
