2005 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
