2005 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 705 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.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestar | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |