2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |