2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 143 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.
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 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |