2006 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
