2006 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2008 Nissan Xterra 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. 2008 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 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 |