2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Atenza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Atenza | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
