2004 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 607 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Insight | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |