2006 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Insight | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |