2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 6 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 604 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 2007 Alpina D3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | D3 | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |