2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |