2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6100 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
