2004 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Insight | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |