2006 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Insight | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Insight | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |