2006 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.

Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Insight 2013 Jeep Wrangler
Make Honda Jeep
Model Insight Wrangler
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4684 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1798 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 3.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 3.9 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 85 L


 

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