2004 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | Aerio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |