2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

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 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Camry 2013 Honda Insight
Make Toyota Honda
Model Camry Insight
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 167 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.8 : 1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L


 

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