2006 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Insight | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 4.0:1 |
| 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 | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
