2004 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 767 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |