2006 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Insight | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |