2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 473 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
