2006 Honda Insight vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Insight | 116 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |