2004 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 457 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.
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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Insight | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
