2003 Ford Lynx vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, both 2003 Ford Lynx and 2003 Honda Insight were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Lynx weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Lynx | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Lynx | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |