2006 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Insight | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
