2006 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |