2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 954 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 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme 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 Buick Centieme (542 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Centieme | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |