2009 Ford Edge vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Edge | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Edge | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 972 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |