2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
