2006 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
