2006 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Insight | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |