2005 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Insight | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |