2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
