2006 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Insight | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
