2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1020 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.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Enclave | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |