2003 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |