2005 Honda Insight vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1301 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.
Because 2011 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Insight | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4250 mm |
