2006 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |