2004 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 805 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |