2007 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Outback Sport | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |