2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Subaru Outback 2013 Honda Insight
Make Subaru Honda
Model Outback Insight
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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