2006 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |