2003 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
