2006 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (109 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 284 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.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Almera | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
