2007 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 BMW M6 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 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |