2003 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |