2002 TVR Griffith vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2002 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 TVR Griffith | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | TVR | Honda |
Model | Griffith | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |