2003 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | RunX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |