2003 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1297 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Insight | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2857 mm |
