2007 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
