2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 414 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Grand Prix | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
