2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Insight |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |