2005 Toyota RunX 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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota RunX | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | RunX | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1250 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |