2005 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |