2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 98 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Ignis | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Ignis | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
