2006 Honda Insight vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Insight | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
