2002 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, both 2002 Acura MDX and 2002 Honda Insight were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |