2006 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Insight | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
