2006 BMW 523 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 523 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
