2006 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Insight | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |