2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Honda Insight

To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2006 Honda Insight
Make BMW Honda
Model 328 Insight
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 3.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 3.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 3.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 40 L


 

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