2006 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Insight | XC60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |