2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Pacifica | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
