2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | Q45 | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |