2004 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |