2002 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 994 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | Lapin |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |