2012 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Superb weights approximately 332 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.
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 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Insight | Superb |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
