2006 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |