2002 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Honda Insight

To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 2000 Honda Insight
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Insight
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 994 cc
Engine Type V electric
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 123 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2460 mm