2006 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Insight | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |