2005 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Proton Impian
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Impian weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2001 Proton Impian has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Impian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 2001 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Insight | Impian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
