2004 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |