2004 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1979 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 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
