2006 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Almera 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, 2004 Nissan Almera (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Insight | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
