2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 123 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.
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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
