2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Hardbody | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |
