2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Honda Insight

To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi Allroad 2001 Honda Insight
Make Audi Honda
Model Allroad Insight
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 846 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2410 mm


 

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