2006 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord 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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Insight | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |