2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.

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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mercedes-Benz A 2011 Honda Insight
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model A Insight
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1232 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 40 L


 

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