2004 Honda Z vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
