2012 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Insight would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 414 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | SLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
