2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
