1999 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 515 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |