2001 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 9 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 664 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Insight | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
