2006 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 96 L |
